Associate Director of Pre-K

Zeta Charter Schools•The Bronx, NY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zeta is seeking an Associate Director of Pre-K to make a significant impact on early childhood education. The organization is dedicated to providing students with a world-class education that combines high academic achievement with social-emotional development. Zeta operates multiple schools in New York City and plans to expand, aiming to bring excellent, equitable education to more communities. The Associate Director will play a key role in shaping the Pre-K vision and strategy, ensuring a safe and joyful learning environment, and driving academic success for students preparing for Kindergarten. This role involves managing curriculum, leading professional development, analyzing data, and providing instructional management. The position requires collaboration, problem-solving, and a willingness to adapt within a lean, growing team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 5 years of experience with a proven track record of leading exceptional academic outcomes in early childhood education as a School Leader.

Responsibilities

Design a rigorous and joyful project-based learning experience for Pre-K students rooted in play, investigation, and collaboration.
Develop systems and strategy to ensure the physical, emotional, and psychological safety of all Pre-K students.
Lead the Pre-K program to meet rigorous annual academic goals and ensure all students are fully prepared for Kindergarten.
Develop authentic relationships across Zeta to collaborate effectively and support student learning.
Manage Pre-K curriculum, including unit plans, lesson plans, and assessments, ensuring a coherent sequence of learning.
Design and lead early childhood professional learning trainings for school leaders and teachers.
Analyze data to identify gaps and ensure leaders and teachers are using data to increase learning outcomes.
Develop clear instructional management plans to ensure consistent and excellent implementation of early childhood instruction.
Observe instruction and develop leaders and teachers to ensure high-level program implementation and exceptional academic outcomes.
Embrace a growth mindset, actively seeking, providing, and incorporating feedback.
Wear multiple hats as part of a lean scale-up team, supporting others and taking on new projects as needed.